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Delicious easy spicy salmon sushi bake served in a baking dish

Easy Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

A delicious twist on traditional sushi that is simple to make, perfect for family dinners or gatherings, and features a creamy, spicy topping over a baked sushi rice base.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the sushi rice

  • 2 cups short-grain sushi rice Use short-grain for best texture.
  • 2.5 cups water For cooking rice.
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the salmon topping

  • 1 lb fresh skinless, boneless salmon fillets Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2-3 tablespoons sriracha sauce Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 2 pieces green onions Thinly sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Optional serving

  • Nori sheets For wrapping, optional.
  • Soy sauce or tamari For gluten-free option.

Instructions
 

Preparation of Rice

  • Cook 2 cups of short-grain sushi rice with 2 1/2 cups water according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl.
  • Gently fold in 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt into the rice. Allow the rice to cool slightly while you prepare the salmon.

Cooking the Salmon

  • Lightly season 1 lb of fresh salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes or pan-sear until just cooked through. Flake the salmon into bite-sized chunks and set aside.

Assembling the Bake

  • In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise with 2-3 tablespoons sriracha sauce. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level.
  • Lightly grease a baking dish. Spread the prepared sushi rice evenly across the bottom. Layer the flaked salmon over the rice.
  • Evenly spread the spicy mayo mixture on top of the salmon layer.

Baking

  • Place the assembled dish into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes, until the topping is bubbly and lightly golden on top.

Serving

  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve warm, optionally with nori sheets for wrapping and soy sauce or tamari on the side.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, especially the salmon. Adjust the level of sriracha to match your spice preference. If you want it creamier, add a bit more mayonnaise to the spicy mix. You can add other toppings like avocado or cucumber to the sushi bake if you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword easy recipe, Family Dinner, Salmon, Spicy, Sushi Bake
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